Nick Drake's life is chronicled in this study, from his birth in Burma to his untimely death at 26. His sister Gabrielle shares stories of his childhood in Warwickshire and Cambridge, as well as his struggles with success. Friends and collaborators provide insight into his quiet folk style and habits, while his musician mother reflects on her early influence on him. The film features 11 of his recordings, set against the backdrop of his room, cityscapes, and the Warwickshire countryside.
A Skin Too Few: The Days of Nick Drake
Nick Drake's life is explored in a biographical film, starting with his birth in Burma in 1948, followed by his upbringing in Warwickshire, education at Cambridge and London, and his eventual return to his family home.
